pacification

Definitions

The act or process of bringing peace or calm to a state of unrest, hostility, or war.

The policy or action of suppressing opposition or dissent, often through military force or political concessions.

Examples

The government's strategy for the pacification of the region involved both diplomatic negotiations and economic aid.

After years of civil unrest, the military was deployed to ensure the pacification of the border towns.

The treaty was intended to lead to the pacification of the warring factions, but tensions remained high.

Synonyms

appeasement conciliation mitigation placation reconciliation settlement tranquilization

Antonyms

agitation provocation incitement aggression hostility conflict confrontation